

2026 Genealogy Series
Discover Your Roots with the Chaska Historical Society Genealogy Series. Join us the second Saturday, January through July, 9:30–11:00 AM at the Chaska History Center. Each session has its own topic & registration. To sign up for a different session, click “Select Different Date” on the event page.
Time & Location
Mar 14, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Chaska History Center, 112 W 4th St, Chaska, MN 55318, USA
About the series
Session 3: Hidden Histories – Leveraging Census Records and Newspapers
Discover how census records and historic newspapers can reveal powerful stories about your ancestors’ lives. This session will teach you how to trace households over time, spot key changes in family structures, and decode clues hidden in census columns. You’ll also learn how to find newspaper articles that provide context—like obituaries, social mentions, court reports, and community happenings—that bring your family’s past to life. Whether you're just getting started or looking to deepen your research, this session will help you uncover the everyday details that make your family history more complete.
Registration Reminder:
Each session has its own registration unless you select the "Attend All Sessions" ticket below. If you plan to attend only some sessions, please register for each one individually by visiting its event page. Use the “Select Different Date” button above to switch between sessions or click the session link below.
Genealogy Series Sessions:
Feb 14 - Session 2: Genealogy Goldmine: Insights from Vital Records
Mar 14 - Session 3: Hidden Histories: Leveraging Census Records and Newspapers
Apr 11 - Session 4: Borders and Benchmarks: Unearthing Immigration and Court Records
May 9 - Session 5: Heroes Among Us: Tracing Family Military History
Jun 13 - Session 6: Roots and Real Estate: Discovering Family History through Land Records
Jul 11 - Session 7: Digital Discoveries: Navigating Online Genealogy Resources
Registration
Session 3
Hidden Histories: Leveraging Census Records and Newspapers Using census records and newspapers to uncover the hidden stories you never knew!
$20.00
+$0.50 ticket service fee
Attend All Sessions
Save $20 if you plan to attend all 7 Sessions!
$100.00
+$2.50 ticket service fee
Total
$0.00
